Your Views on Facebook: Robertson in the line of fire?

After building a wildly successful company and introducing his family and reaffirming their faith weekly to the world through the single-most successful reality show in history, Phil Robertson is now in the line of fire.

The patriarch of the West Monroe-based "Duck Dynasty" clan was suspended indefinitely on Wednesday by the A&E network over comments about homosexuality made in an interview for an upcoming issue of GQ magazine.

Among the comments: "Everything is blurred on what's right and what's wrong. ... Sin becomes fine.

"Start with homosexual behavior and just morph out from there. Bestiality, sleeping around with this woman and that woman and that woman and those men. ... Don't be deceived. Neither the adulterers, the idolaters, the male prostitutes, the homosexual offenders, the greedy, the drunkards, the slanderers, the swindlers - they won't inherit the kingdom of God. Don't deceive yourself. It's not right."

Readers left comments on our Facebook page largely in support of Robertson's comments. Here are some of those posts:

Maurice Johnson

Not a Duck Dynasty fan, but Phil hit the nail on the head with his statement. He even said that he would continue to love anyone and wouldn't disrespect them because of their sexual preference. What he said was in no way, shape or form bullying or hatred. ... All the man did was cite his beliefs and stand on The Word. All you gay people who are offended need to sit down and shut up - news flash: not everyone agrees with your lifestyle nor should they be forced to. When people start persecuting you for being gay that is a problem. Then you'll have something to be upset about.

Susan Durbin Bordelon

God bless you, Phil.

Craig Jarvis

I wish people understood the difference between free speech and making mean, hateful remarks publicly. He had a right to voice his opinion, A&E had a right to kick him off the show. I applaud A&E's decision. Bigotry should Never Be tolerated, period.

Ashley Michele Wiltcher

Glad there are still some people that aren't worried about being politically correct and take a stand for biblical truths. We would be a better country if we would focus more on God than political correctness and acceptance of sin.

Scott Anthony Simoneaux

It's an iffy topic to fight about. I am a Catholic and go to church and I know God preaches that marriage is between a man and a woman but he also doesn't preach the talk that's made towards gay people. We are judging gay people every time something like this is said.

Nichole Smith

Yes, he has freedom of speech. But no one is trying to send him to jail for expressing his beliefs. If he has the freedom to express his hatred, then we should have the freedom to be offended by it. I'm not sure, though, that what he said is shocking. How can anyone be shocked by homophobic comments coming from someone who is sexist and racist? Good move, A&E!

Marla Johnson Murry

I don't think, believe or understand how his remarks could be misconstrued as bullying, bigotry or hateful.

Jackie Henderson Kavanaugh Sasser

Phil has the right to his own opinion no matter what anyone says. He is quoting from the Bible. If he was quoting from any other religious text nothing would be said.

Heather Mulligan

Phil's words of wisdom is exactly what this world needs to hear. Freedom of speech, if you don't like it. Turn it off. Team Phil!

Sandy Lawler Payne

So, if he can't express his opinion, isn't that a violation of HIS civil rights?

Terri Trex Beeson Whittington

I don't know why his views are coming to a surprise to anyone, they are southern Christians. Is it so upsetting because you never though that might be his opinion or the fact that he actually said it out loud?

Kristen Walters Lilly

Sick (sic) to your guns Phil. You have nothing to be sorry for. Everyone has a right to their religious beliefs and opinions. God says to hate the sin but love and pray for the sinner.

Chris Butler

It's not a free speech issue. It's an issue of a growing cultural bias against Christians.

Joyce Kyle Grier

Phil Robertson's only mistake was quoting from the Bible instead of the Koran. Had he done that this would have been a non-issue.

Carol Taylor Martin

The HATE is against Christians, not gays! Stand up for freedom of religion and speech.

Paul Allen

We will see if Christ or money and fame is the driving force of the rest of his family. If it's Christ they will follow their dad. If it's the other, well, we all know.

Threasa Thomas

It is truth and I admire him for saying what he believes. The Robertsons all should boycott the show as much as their contracts allow and all voice their beliefs too. The Robertsons were doing just fine without A&E.

Paula Humphries Bratton

I think someone got jealous of how well the Robertsons are doing and set it up in that article/interview to cause trouble and try to put them in a negative light. Why would they feel the need to ask a preacher that question, what type of answer were they looking for? It's like he was baited up on that one!

Jamie Moore Vandenkooy

The kicker is he said NOTHING hateful or mean, only was making the point that everyone should be treated equally no matter what life choices they make even if you do not agree with them. You figure the rights activist would like the publicity to the Christian community.

Suanne McDonald

Phil Robertson stated his personal beliefs about behaviors he believes to be wrong or sinful. His opinions are Biblical and shared by millions. He expressed love for mankind, not hate. The world is confused by this and hates to be told we are all sinners and in need of a Savior. This reporter got exactly what he wanted by asking pointed questions that he already knew what Phil's answer.

Erica Danielle Wyles

Freedom of speech doesn't exist anymore. Hate has taken over! You can't stand up for what you believe in without being hated and bashed.

Hannah Gibson

No one should be shocked or appalled by his response. He has his beliefs and he doesn't need to justify them to anyone.

Cynthia J Wesley

Phil has being giving his homespun wisdom since the show started and everyone ate it up with a silver spoon. When he's asked a question and gives his OPINION that doesn't make you laugh at the "hilarious little redneck that we've allowed to be famous," then it's a problem. He didn't speak for the show or even his family, he spoke for himself.

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Your Views on Facebook: Robertson in the line of fire?

After building a wildly successful company and introducing his family and reaffirming their faith weekly to the world through the single-most successful reality show in history, Phil Robertson is now